Dark Illusion

When her father is arrested for a crime he didn’t commit, 16-year-old Ada’s world crumbles. Determined to uncover the truth, she enlists the help of her four closest friends. Together, they unravel a web of dark secrets that threaten to tear them apart. But amid the chaos, Ada finds herself drawn to Luke, one of her best friends, whose loyalty is as steadfast as his heart is guarded. As the pressure mounts and betrayals come to light, Ada is forced to confront the darker sides of the people she loves—and of herself. Torn between her growing feelings for Luke and the mission to save her father, Ada must decide how far she’s willing to go for justice. When the ultimate betrayal pushes her to the edge, she faces a choice that could shatter everything she holds dear. Dark Bonds is a thrilling story of love, betrayal, and the unbreakable ties that define us. Will Ada’s heart survive the fight for the truth?

Themes: Black Market Trading, Global Crime Networks, Boundaries of Human Nature and Morality, The Struggle Between Truth and Survival Story Background: In a modern metropolis, the surface level of prosperity conceals the darkness and corruption lurking beneath. Ethan, a highly skilled detective, spends his life navigating the shadowy corners of the city, uncovering the hidden secrets buried beneath the mundane facade of everyday life. When he is drawn into what initially seems like a simple suicide case, he becomes entangled in a conspiracy involving the global black market, power struggles, and transnational crime. Main Characters: Ethan (Protagonist): A seasoned, calm, and intuitive detective who excels at finding the truth in complex cases. On the surface, he is a quiet, solitary man who prefers to avoid social interaction, but deep down, he is haunted by unresolved cases from his past. Faced with dark forces, he is both determined and full of doubt. Lila (Female Protagonist/Key Ally): Ethan's investigative partner, an intelligent and resourceful intelligence officer with a mysterious background. Her past is also shrouded in secrecy, and she seems to have an undisclosed connection to the "Black Angels" organization. She provides crucial assistance in Ethan's investigation, but her motives remain unclear, casting suspicion on her true intentions. Victor Saville (Antagonist/Main Adversary): A charismatic yet dangerous businessman, who appears to be a successful entrepreneur but is, in fact, one of the central figures of the global crime syndicate "The Black Angels." Cold-hearted, clever, and ruthless, he controls a global black market network, overseeing arms trafficking, human trafficking, and drug smuggling. He is not only a key figure in Langley's death but also the biggest obstacle in Ethan's investigation. The Mysterious Woman (Key Character): An elusive woman who repeatedly appears during Ethan's investigation, warning him not to delve deeper into Saville and the "Black Angels" organization. Her identity is unclear, but it is evident that she holds vital secrets about Saville and his network. Her appearances leave Ethan bewildered—whether she is an enemy or his only ally remains uncertain.

In the land of Orsus, where the strong protect the weak under the light of The Essence, peace and prosperity seem assured. But beneath the surface, darkness stirs. Orsus is haunted by the memory of Enyos, the mightiest protector who fell in a brutal battle against the mysterious "Witnesses," beings from a shattered world ravaged by the Bright Dark. The Essence grants rings of power to the chosen few, but even these gifts may not be enough to defend against the coming storm. A chilling prophecy foretells the arrival of a Prophet born of two opposing forces, destined to either destroy Orsus or reshape it entirely. In this tale of power, prophecy, and peril, the line between light and dark blurs, and the truth may be more dangerous than anyone could have imagined. The Legend of Atenyos begins—a journey that will challenge the very foundations of Orsus and its people. Upload schedule: Novel will be a updated with one guaranteed chapter weekly that drops on Sunday, although some weeks will have more than one chapter dropping

A Boy who gets betrayed by his parents, needs to survive in the wild of an dangerous Forest. Running through the world to see and know it better. His companions on his side. he will face the Sun-Believer and The Moon-Believer, Some are kind some will try to kill him. He will get Strong as he runs through the world but does he need to make sacrifices? (If you are interested into more detailed Characters from the novel? then check out my X/Twitter: Qicklyyy to see some art i will do for the characters and world)

Macy , a product of a witch and vampire is separated from her parents at a young age. She must learn to control her powers as she is becon for dark magic and needs to locate her parents.

His expression was noxious, that bought me to my knees. It was turbulent, so was difficult to see anything through them. But I saw. I saw. Him. Maybe it was too late but I saw.

In a world on the brink of collapse, where the Goddess summons champions from across realms to stand against the monstrous tides of destruction, Shin—a seemingly ordinary boy—finds himself chosen as the Hero. But unlike the tales of glory and triumph he's read about, this otherworldly adventure is nothing short of a nightmare. Thrown into a realm rife with political intrigue, prejudice, and brutal warfare, Shin must navigate a path fraught with betrayal and bloodshed. As he trains under the harsh tutelage of warriors, priests, and commanders, he discovers a truth that shakes his resolve: the Goddess, the supposed beacon of hope, may be nothing more than a manipulative force hiding behind divine pretense.

[R-18 Mature Element Warning!] In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Shivam finds himself grappling with the challenges of existence, yearning for a chance to rise above the ordinary and carve out a place for himself in society. With employment opportunities elusive and his appearance falling short of societal standards, Shivam faces an uphill battle to gain respect and recognition. But when a tantalizing opportunity presents itself in the form of an advertisement post that involves opening the Dark Web to access Add Jobs, Shivam's curiosity is piqued. Desperate for a chance to prove himself and escape the shadows of mediocrity, he takes a leap of faith into the unknown depths of the digital underworld. With nothing to lose and everything to gain, Shivam takes the plunge into the mysterious world of the Dark Web. What he finds there is beyond anything he could have imagined— a realm shrouded in secrecy, teeming with mysteries and supernatural experiences that defy explanation. Shivam also gains many otherworldly benefits from the Dark Web's boxes, including unnatural powers and gadgets. However, these powers were not without their dark side. Follow Shivam's journey through the twisted labyrinth of the Dark Web, where the line between reality and illusion blurs and secrets lurking in the shadows threaten to consume him whole.

On his way home, Jake was suddenly struck down by a lightning and died on the spot. Then the next seconds he woke up in unfamiliar place full of antiques objects that can be seen in the museum. Out of confusion and was sure he died, he stand up to look around, only to see himself in the mirror wearing a night white dress and long black hair, looking like a woman. That's when he realize he had possess as someone, and that someone was a side character in the novel who's destined to die. Her name was Sienna Del Montague, the gloomy and creepy fiancee of the male lead the crown prince. However there's a twist, before Jake could even complain about turning into a woman. He discovered that Sienna was actually a man. #Crossdressing #Possession #BL

This worldis a vast medieval fantasy realm, divided into seven kingdoms, each with its own unique culture, magic, and history. Magic flows through the veins of the world, tied to the awakening of Beast Wills, elemental manipulation, and the ancient bloodlines that shape society. In this most awaken their powers at 15, guided by a System, Given 1 to 3 skill. while they are Beast Wills. they are rare, revered, or feared,In the slums, survival is a daily battle. For Theo Beaumont, a sharp-tongued and cunning street rat, it’s all he’s ever known. But when a mysterious system awakens within him with a forgotten beast will his life changes forever

“I want you to be my submissive.” If homicide detective Cassandra Pratt had to describe Havenfield in three words, they would be ‘small,’ ‘inconspicuous,’ and ‘boring.’ But when a series of gruesome murders shatter the town's peace, Cass is thrust into a hunt for a killer with no identity. Stumbling upon a vampire was never part of the plan, but Uriel Serpov has never been one to follow plans. Uriel is infuriating, enigmatic, and undeniably attractive. Worst of all, he knows Cass’s darkest secret—the very one that keeps her isolated from the rest of the town. Behind his sharp smile and smoldering eyes, Uriel harbors secrets of his own, and now Cass’s only hope of solving the serial murders lies through him. The line between duty and desire quickly blurs. Will Cass solve the case? Or will the heat between them consume her? Additionally tags: slow burn, bd//sm, power play

Jika dunia ini hanya ilusi. Maka, manusia yang tinggal di dunia ini, juga ilusi. Tapi, bagi makhluk ilusi ini, ilusi yang merupakan tempat asalnya, adalah kenyataan.

Feng Zhu[God of Chaos] and Asura[God of Death] were known to have a great grudge against each other, something about feng Zhu's past and asura's past since both were chosen by heavenly energy and become dark gods. However when they decided to settle this grudge by a death duel, Asura cheats by allying with the god of destruction and killing Feng Zhu, But unexpectedly Feng Zhu gets a second chance and reincarnates in the mortal realm,a place he used to live thousands of years ago,a place where he had ascended and became the god of chaos. Forced to restart Feng Zhu swore he would get back at the betrayer Asura. With the knowledge of the past,Feng Zhu takes over the mortal plains. As such he made preaparations for him to go back to the God realm for his great revenge. However the thing standing on his plans was his new mortal and weak body,so inorder to ascend Feng Zhu had to reach the highest of cultivation in the mortal realm,but he couldn't just skip the levels so after research upon research Feng Zhu finds out about the Elixir of immortality. With this in mind, Feng Zhu united the 5 demonic cults in the mortal realm to increase his chances of finding the elixir.Taking over the mortal world and causing chaos, Feng Zhu is renowned as the DARK PRINCE. Will Feng Zhu find the elixir of immortality, Will he go back to the God realm and take his revenge?Or will he leave it all and live a happy mortal life, seeking peace?. 'Yeah maybe that's too exaggerated lol.'

Hell is empty and all the devils are here. Shakespeare – [The Tempest] VOLUME 1 Status: Completed (260 chapters) As a form of punishment for mistakenly killing an innocent civilian, Song Zhuyu, a priest and part-time exorcist, found himself exiled to the distant shores of Shenci Island, hundreds of miles away from his hometown and the only city he had ever known his whole life. However, unbeknownst to anyone, he harbored a secret agenda— to hunt down the culprit who had turned his life upside down. Fully prepared for meeting danger at every turn, what he encountered instead was a beautiful, serene island, albeit with two strange ironclad rules: First, do not climb the hill after 1 AM. Second, do not interact with Rui Ye. On the first night of his stay, Song Zhuyu broke two of the taboos, only to discover that the infamous Rui Ye was nothing like he had expected. “I am cursed,” the blind, beautiful man told him with a wistful smile. “If you associate yourself with me, the curse will haunt you too.” In response, Song Zhuyu’s lips hooked into a careless smile, “I don’t think you have to worry about that. I, myself, am cursed as well. What’s the big deal about adding another one?” But as inexplicable deaths began to plague the island, Song Zhuyu realized that the island, including the helpless and soft-hearted Rui Ye he had come to know, held a far darker secret than he could've ever imagined. In a race against time, he must navigate the treacherous waters of deceit and betrayal to unravel the island’s sinister truth and achieve his goal before it's too late. *** Pretty, flirtatious yet heartless priest gong x blind, mysterious and cursed shou VOLUME 2 Status: To be written How does it feel to love a fallen angel? Additional tags: gong/seme/top protagonist, action, mystery, suspense, horror, psychological, thriller, dark elements, angel and demons, slow romance, murder, crime, beautiful protagonist, older love interest, 1 vs 1, dubcon, supernatural creatures, exorcism, tragedy, past plays a big part Find me on: Instagram: delanasiwarka Discord server: bit.ly/delanadiscord

"I was called evil just because I killed a few Gods—Is that right?!! "My actions were justified. Who wants to worship beings who are nothing but power-hungry tyrants?" "So, I slayed them." *Haha!* After a battle that shook the Earth beyond anything recorded in history, the most feared entity—a rogue god—was finally vanquished: the God of Darkness. With his defeat, demi-gods and gods finally found peace, relieved of the threat he once posed. But peace came at a cost. As punishment by the supreme gods, Azrael, the rogue god, was transmigrated into a human body. Stripped of his divine powers, he now had to start from scratch, trapped in a mortal shell that could not sustain the will and power of a god. Just when all seemed lost, a new hope arose. [Ding!!] [New body sustainable unlocked: Reptilian skin] [20% of power gained] [Mission: eradicate all living things in a 20 mile radius] "I am coming for you all!!" **** [Note: Please don't forget to add to your library, and support thank you] Also, not a harem.

In a world where cultivation is the key to survival, Yumen Ji struggles to find her place in a sect that values power above all else. But what seemed to be a long and arduous path toward mastering Qi soon turns into something much more complicated when a hidden system awakens within her, offering her a dangerous yet tempting power. As her body and mind reach their limits, Yumen must decide whether to trust this new force, which grants her control over illusions capable of altering reality, or risk it all in pursuit of becoming the most powerful cultivator the world has ever seen [I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com]

Growing up on the streets of New Pandora after the usurption of Earth, John never expected anything good from life. He survived just to survive, no purpose in mind and no hope. However, even he did not anticipate Awakening and becoming a successor of the Gray Family - an elite family at the peak of the world wielding unimaginable power and wealth. He was born without a Gift and a curse that painted his hair black and filled his eyes with a bleak darkness. Watch as he reaches for the apex of existence and uncovers the hidden plot behind his curse. "In this sixth life, I will have it all!"

In a world where a small percentage of the population is able to cultivate powers of mystical and supernatural quality and strength determines your standing in society a Seed sprouts forming a young man who seems to be ignorant of the world but power beyond normal means. A ability that none have seen before, he is the Dark Seed

She is a psychopath driven by bloodlust and betrayal meets a playboy who manipulates heart for wealth. A dangerous game of seduction, power and survival ensues. Everybody needs someone but do they really need each other?

The psychiatric hospital was always filled with stories—tragic, strange, and sometimes even beautiful in their brokenness. As a nurse working in a psych ward, Aurren form a deep, unspoken connection with a young woman in her 20s diagnosed with schizophrenia. Over time, he became her confidante, listening to her stories—whether real or distorted by her illness—and share quiet moments together, offering her comfort during her worst episodes. As she begins to improve, will his feelings for her blossom? or should it never start to begin with?

Daniel’s life takes a dramatic turn when his father remarries Elise, a vibrant and successful woman in her late 40s, years after the death of Daniel’s mother. The new family dynamic starts smoothly—Elise’s kindhearted nature wins Daniel over, and they settle into a peaceful routine. But Elise’s daughter, Rose, looms like a shadow over their family. At 23, Rose refuses to join them, living independently with her boyfriend in another state. Years later, rumors surface that Rose is moving in with them due to sudden accommodation troubles. When she finally arrives, her presence disrupts the harmony of the household. Rose, bold and unapologetically rebellious, leads a nightlife of clubs and parties, rejecting every effort to bring her into the fold of family prayers and traditions. What begins as resentment and cold indifference between Daniel and Rose soon takes a darker turn. Beneath her arrogance, Daniel discovers a troubled woman carrying deep wounds—and a growing, forbidden attraction between them threatens to upend the fragile bonds of their new family.

Not knowing he's real identity made him more of an innocent young boy than the beast everyone feared. How is he going to take the truth that he is no innocent boy but a beast that scares the entire city.

Takeshi Machikawa, A violent headed, arrogant and destructive No parent Shut-in, feared by people back at home and in the world he was sent in. he is determined to dominate ever since of young age, now at an unfamiliar fantasy like world, he feels it could be accomplish. read as this bloody tale tells the horrid atrocities this one young man could do, alongside other people that got dragged into this.

In a world where magic reigns and darkness lurks, Kazuki Takashi endures a nightmarish cycle of abuse after losing his real parents. Adopted by a cruel family, his rage simmers until a field trip thrusts him and his classmates into a mystical realm, where a king asks for their help to save his kingdom from monstrous hordes. When Kazuki’s latent dark and electric powers emerge, he becomes the target of scorn, even from his closest friend. Banished and battered, he confronts his painful past, training relentlessly to surpass his limits. As he evolves from a broken boy into a powerful warrior, Kazuki seeks vengeance against those who wronged him. With the threat of gods looming and alternate realities colliding, Kazuki’s journey becomes a race against fate itself. Will he rise from the shadows to claim his destiny, or will he succumb to the darkness within? Discover his tumultuous tale of revenge and self-discovery in "The Dark Ascendance."

A train is hijacked by hackers who take control of the train's systems. Ishmaily, a mysterious passenger, finds himself at the center of the crisis when he discovers that the hijackers are searching for him. As he teams up with Debbie and Sally to uncover the truth behind the hijacking, Ishmaily must confront his own dark past and the secrets that have made him a target. With the hijackers closing in, Ishmaily must use his wits and resourcefulness to survive and uncover the truth.

In the Magic Realm, mana exists as the main component of life. Those born with it are called magic users and they are capable of controlling the godly power known as magic. For centuries, the human race has fought against the demons, a powerful and gruesome race that was born from the Dark Realm; and with the help of the gods, the human magic users were granted gifts known as skills that played a huge role in those wars against the demons. Ash was a product of the first war. And after being discovered as a half-demon, he is killed by a silver-haired mage who held the power of the sky in her hand. But thanks to a twist in fate, he is reincarnated as Arthur Bellrock, an orphaned weak magic user with a brilliant mind and the ability to use incantationless magic. With this second chance, he intends to break through the obstacles in this new life and acquire the power to even defy the gods in order to continue having these luxuries and possibly have his revenge someday. But power comes with a price…. PS: the cover is not mine